Lewis Chiropractic on Orcas

05/31/2026

Should you take a Statin for your cholesterol?

From zero to 1,000, calcium scores are guiding doctors on how to assess heart disease and set cholesterol goals.

05/25/2026

Shoulder popping and discomfort aren’t uncommon, but finding your specific cause can be a little tricky.

If you notice redness, swelling, or warmth around your shoulder joint, consider making an appointment with a doctor to discuss your concerns.

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Shoulder popping, also known as crepitus, has several possible causes. Find out why you might experience pain, when to contact a doctor, and how to treat it at home.

05/20/2026

Statistically, up to 20% of adults experience frequent headaches, with approximately 1–4% reporting headaches on more than 15 days per month. While there are many types of headaches—and within each subtype, multiple underlying causes and triggers—research suggests that musculoskeletal factors can contribute to certain headache presentations. What would a doctor of chiropractic look for during the initial visits to determine whether a course of chiropractic care could benefit the headache sufferer?...

Do you need help with your headaches?

Located in the center of Eastsound. SATURDAY HOURS available during the summer.

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Statistically, up to 20% of adults experience frequent headaches, with approximately 1–4% reporting headaches on more than 15 days per month. While there are many types of headaches—and within each subtype, multiple underlying causes and

05/18/2026

A chiropractor may help relieve your neck pain, but it’s essential to talk with a doctor about the possible risks and benefits. Like all types of pain, neck pain and stiffness can significantly affect your quality of life by making it harder to drive, work, exercise, and perform everyday tasks. If you’ve been experiencing neck pain, you might be curious whether a chiropractor could help. Keep reading to learn more.

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123 N. Beach Rd, Eastsound

While there are risks, studies have shown that chiropractic adjustments may relieve neck pain and stiffness. Let's look deeper.

05/05/2026

When a patient seeks chiropractic care for a condition like neck pain or low back pain, it’s natural to assume the underlying cause is located in the region where the patient feels symptoms. But this isn’t always the case.

Sometimes, the primary or contributing factor to the patient’s chief complaint can be elsewhere in the body. "Just this week, while stretching a patient's hamstrings, his neck pain was reproduced. It's all connected, as they say."

This July 2024 study involving patients with cervical myelopathy helps illustrate this point....

Currently taking appointments for M, W, F, and Saturdays. Located in central Eastsound.

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When a patient seeks chiropractic care for a condition like neck pain or low back pain, it’s natural to assume the underlying cause is located in the region where the patient feels symptoms. But this

05/01/2026

It’s estimated that approximately 7.5% of the global population experiences at least one episode of low back pain each year. Most cases of low back pain are classified as non-specific, meaning there is no identifiable underlying pathology such as an infection, tumor, osteoporosis, or inflammatory disorder. One anatomical structure in the lower back that can significantly contribute to non-specific low back pain is the thoracolumbar fascia.

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405 819-7750

It’s estimated that approximately 7.5% of the global population experiences at least one episode of low back pain each year, contributing significantly to healthcare costs and lost productivity. Most cases of low back pain are

05/01/2026

When a patient seeks chiropractic care for a condition like neck pain or low back pain, it’s natural to assume the underlying cause is located in the region where the patient feels symptoms. But this isn’t always the case. Sometimes, the primary or contributing factor to the patient’s chief complaint can be elsewhere in the body. A July 2024 study involving patients with cervical myelopathy helps illustrate this point...

mlewischiro.com
405 819-7750

By some estimates, shoulder complaints affect nearly half of the adult population in a year, driving many to chiropractic offices looking for a conservative, non-surgical solution. While back pain and neck pain are the primary

04/18/2026

SUMMER HOURS ARE HERE!

Beginning Saturday, May 2nd I will be taking appointments at the office from 10:00-1:00pm on Saturdays during the summer months.

Come enjoy the music, buy your vegetables, eat a burrito, and get your back adjusted all on the same visit to town.

Located next to the Historical Museum, and behind the Distillery. (You are correct, that photo is not the Village Green market 😁)

Now taking most insurances.

Book appointments here, or call:
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04/16/2026

Neck pain is estimated to affect approximately 30–50% of the adult population in the United States each year, making it second only to low back pain as a primary reason patients seek chiropractic care. The goal of chiropractic care for neck pain is to help restore normal joint motion and function in the cervical spine, a process that is often a collaborative effort between care delivered during office visits and self-care performed by the patient between visits...

Neck pain is estimated to affect approximately 30–50% of the adult population in the United States each year, making it second only to low back pain as a primary reason patients seek chiropractic care. The